For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,336 students in 30461, GA (there are , serving 411 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 30461, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 30461, GA are Sallie Zetterower Elementary School and Mill Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 30461 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Georgia public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 30461, GA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best 30461, GA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sallie Zetterower Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Cawana Rd
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8800
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8800
Gr: PK-5 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
239 Beasley Rd
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8780
Statesboro, GA 30461
(912) 212-8780
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 30461, GA?
The top-ranked public schools in 30461, GA include Sallie Zetterower Elementary School and Mill Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 30461?
2 public schools are located in 30461.
What percentage of students in 30461 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 30461 are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 30461?
30461 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
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